Chemotherapy Skin Relief
This type of drug treatment uses powerful chemicals to kill fast-growing cancer cells in the body. It can be a primary or sole treatment, or, combined with other treatments.
You may or may not have side effects from chemotherapy. The more you understand and prepare for these, the easier your journey will be.
Radiaura Dermocosmetics is your partner for any skin-related side effects. These could include:
Redness & irritation
Dry, flaky, peeling skin
Itchy skin
Changes in nails and cuticles
Hyperpigmentation
Bruising or blistering
Changes in skin texture
Sun sensitivity
CHEMOTHERAPY SKIN RELIEF REGIMEN
During Chemotherapy.
- Wash skin with Gentle Cream Cleanser
- Apply a thin layer of Brightening Serum
- Apply Radiation Relief Lotion or Calendula Soothing Cream
- Apply Silicone Skin Gelto areas of the skin that need extra protection from dryness
- Apply Daily Defense Sunscreen to any sun-exposed areas if going outdoors
- Apply Lip Recovery Mask before bedtime
- Apply Hand Mask to hands and feet
For hair loss and thinning use Hair Growth Support Serum. For lashes and brows loss use Lash & Brow Support Serum.
Between each step allow skin/product to fully dry before applying the next product. Continue this regimen for at least 3-6 months after the completion of chemotherapy to allow the skin to heal.
After Chemotherapy (3-6 months after the completion of treatment).
- Wash skin with Gentle Cream Cleanser
- Apply a thin layer of Brightening Serum
- Apply Retinol Body Lotion at bedtime starting once or twice per week, building up to daily use as tolerated by your skin. For any daytime use, use with Daily Defense Sunscreen
- Apply Radiation Relief Lotion or Calendula Soothing Cream
- Apply Daily Defense Sunscreen to any sun-exposed areas if going outdoors
- Apply Lip Recovery Mask before bedtime
- Apply Hand Mask to hands and feet
For hair loss and thinning use Hair Growth Support Serum. For lashes and brows loss use Lash & Brow Support Serum.
Between each step allow skin/product to fully dry before applying the next product.